Atlantis: A Journey in Search of Beauty

Renzo Piano and his son Carlo set sail from Genoa in search of Atlantis, the perfect city built to harbor a perfect society. They sail across the Pacific, along the banks of the Thames and the Seine, reaching as far as Athens, San Franciscos Golden Gate Park, and Osaka Bay. In search of beauty, they find the imperfections that every building project carries within it.

Format: Hardback
Length: 320 pages
Publication date: 19 November 2020
Publisher: Europa Editions (UK) Ltd

For those with a profound affection for boats, architecture, and an insatiable curiosity, this book emerges as a captivating dream. Renowned architect Renzo Piano, accompanied by his son Carlo, embarks on a remarkable voyage from Genoa, driven by a shared ancestral longing that echoes the aspirations of countless explorers before them: to discover the legendary city of Atlantis. Atlantis, an ideal metropolis, was meticulously constructed to nurture a flawless society. This elusive and precious beauty lies in its seamless harmony. Renzo Piano, a man who possesses a remarkable ability to perceive the vastness of land and the intricate geometry of the sea, revisits the sites where his architectural masterpieces have come to life, serving as mosaic pieces in an unending pursuit of perfection. Together, they embark on a transatlantic journey, traversing the Pacific, along the banks of the Thames and the Seine, reaching as far as Athens, San Francisco's Golden Gate Park, and Osaka Bay. In their quest for beauty, they unearth the inherent imperfections that accompany every building project. Yet, rather than being deterred, they embrace these imperfections as part of the inherent journey. Thus, the only remaining task is to continue sailing forth, embracing the imperfections and discovering the endless possibilities that lie ahead.

Weight: 374g
Dimension: 146 x 217 x 29 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781787702615